Derek Landy Reading Order
11 series · 62 books
Derek Landy is an Irish author and screenwriter best known for creating the darkly comedic Skulduggery Pleasant series, which blends fantasy adventure with sharp humor and supernatural mystery. Beyond his novels, Landy has expanded his storytelling across multiple mediums, including graphic novels and comic book writing for major publishers like Marvel Comics since 2018. His prolific output spans fantasy and action-adventure across more than sixty books and numerous series, establishing him as a versatile creator who excels at mixing genre elements with witty dialogue and imaginative world-building.
Anthologies Series
Ongoing6 books (2011–2024)
Start with Haunted, the first of 6 books in the Anthologies series.
Start this series with Haunted
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Black Order Graphic Novel Series
Complete1 book (2019–2019)
Demon Road Series
Complete3 books (2015–2016)
Start with Demon Road and read in order.
Start this series with Demon Road
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Doctor Who 50th Anniversary E-Shorts Series
Complete12 books (2013–2014)
Start with A Big Hand for the Doctor(By: Eoin Colfer), the first of 12 books in the Doctor Who 50th Anniversary E-Shorts series.
Start this series with A Big Hand for the Doctor(By: Eoin Colfer)
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Graphic Novels Series
Complete1 book (2021–2021)
Sabir Pirzada Graphic Novels Series
Ongoing4 books (2024–2026)
Start with Cult of Carnage: Misery(By: Sabir Pirzada), the first of 4 books in the Sabir Pirzada Graphic Novels series.
Start this series with Cult of Carnage: Misery(By: Sabir Pirzada)
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on AudibleSecret Empire Series
Complete1 book (2017–2017)
Secret Empire: Collected Editions Series
Complete4 books (2017–2017)
Start with Brave New World(By: Paul Allor,Jeremy Whitley,Ethan Sacks), the first of 4 books in the Secret Empire: Collected Editions series.
Start this series with Brave New World(By: Paul Allor,Jeremy Whitley,Ethan Sacks)
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on AudibleShort Stories/Novellas Series
Complete1 book (2014–2014)
Skulduggery Pleasant Series
Ongoing28 books (2007–2026)
Start with Scepter of the Ancients / Skulduggery Pleasant, the first of 28 books in the Skulduggery Pleasant series.
Start this series with Scepter of the Ancients / Skulduggery Pleasant
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Skulduggery Pleasant Graphic Novel Series
Complete1 book (2023–2023)
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Derek Landy written?
- Derek Landy has written 62 books across 11 series. Their published works span from 2007 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Derek Landy series?
- Here are the first books in Derek Landy's series: Anthologies: Haunted; Demon Road: Demon Road; Doctor Who 50th Anniversary E-Shorts: A Big Hand for the Doctor(By: Eoin Colfer); Sabir Pirzada Graphic Novels: Cult of Carnage: Misery(By: Sabir Pirzada); Secret Empire: Collected Editions: Brave New World(By: Paul Allor,Jeremy Whitley,Ethan Sacks).
- What order should I read Derek Landy's books?
- We recommend reading Derek Landy's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Derek Landy still writing new books?
- Yes, Derek Landy has 3 ongoing series: Anthologies, Sabir Pirzada Graphic Novels, Skulduggery Pleasant.